Leadership Execution Institute's "The Drift Tax" Earns Amazon Best Seller Badge

The Leadership Execution Institute's latest publication, "The Drift Tax" by Jim Rembach, has made a significant impact on the management and leadership landscape. The book, released on October 12, 2026, has already earned Amazon's Best Seller badge in two categories, marking a notable achievement for the author and his institute.

Rembach, the Executive Director of the Leadership Execution Institute and President of Execution Architects, addresses a critical issue in organizational management: the hidden costs associated with execution failures. His book delves into the concept of the "Drift Tax," which refers to the hidden costs a business incurs when its people deviate from performance expectations, leading to execution failures. These costs are often overlooked and can manifest in various forms, such as stalled AI pilots, failed change initiatives, and flat productivity.

According to Rembach, the hidden costs of execution failures are pervasive.

"The Drift Tax" is designed to help leaders identify and address these hidden costs. The book is structured to provide practical tools and insights, with each chapter ending in a working tool rather than advice. One such tool is the Drift Tax Diagnostic, available at www.thedrifttax.com, which assesses an organization's stability through a series of ten statements.

Jim Rembach, who spent three decades in complex operations before writing the book, emphasizes the importance of understanding the root causes of these execution failures.

The book is available in multiple formats, including hardcover, paperback, ebook, and audiobook, through Amazon and major retailers. It is a comprehensive guide for chief financial officers, chief operating officers, and senior leaders in organizations of a few hundred to a few thousand people. The diagnostic tool and the book's content are accessible at www.thedrifttax.com, providing a valuable resource for organizations looking to improve their operational efficiency and effectiveness.

"The Drift Tax" is a significant contribution to the field of management and leadership, offering a fresh perspective on the challenges organizations face and practical solutions to overcome them. As the book gains traction, it is likely to become a staple in the libraries of many business leaders and management professionals.